Flying Field Permits
Flying enthusiasts who hold a valid AMA License, FAA registration number, and a Park Commission Flying Field Permit may use the flying field at North Branch Park. Flying hours are 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. on weekdays, and 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on weekends and holidays.
All flyers are considered "students" until rated by a designated check pilot — students must fly with the assistance of a pilot. Somerset Signal Senders Volunteer Check Pilots conduct check flights for students to demonstrate proficiency in flight skills in order to obtain pilot status themselves.
Permits are valid for a calendar year, expiring December 31. All permit applicants must have a valid AMA number and a FAA registration number. For a list of check pilots, flying field regulations, or information about obtaining a permit, please call Somerset County Park Commission at 908-722-1200 ext. 5238 or email lboyd@scparks.org. Individuals with hearing impairments may use the relay service at 711.
For fly enthusiasts, read more about the Somerset RC Club here: https://somersetrc.org/
Renewals: You may renew your permit by mail by sending a copy of your 2024 AMA membership card and FAA registration, along with the actual 2023 Park Commission permit card to: Somerset County Park Commission, P.O Box 5327, North Branch, NJ 08876. Please also enclose a check made payable to "Somerset County Park Commission" for the appropriate fee. Fees are as follows: Somerset County resident $35, Nonresident $55, Youth $20.
You may Renew Your Permit Online.